Polyester Knitted Pencil Skirt from China

A form-fitting knee-length pencil skirt made from knitted artificial fibers like polyester, designed as a standalone women's garment for office wear. It falls under HTS 6104.29.1020 because it is a skirt of artificial fibers, knitted or crocheted, within the women's ensembles category when imported separately but classified here per chapter notes prioritizing specific garments. No drawstring or ribbed waistband is present, meeting heading requirements.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify fiber content exceeds 70% artificial fibers via lab tests for accurate classification under 6104.29

Ensure labeling complies with FTC rules for country of origin and fiber composition to avoid CBP holds

Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as woven (Chapter 62) which changes duty rates significantly